12 Questions
Which part of the skeleton supports the head and trunk and protects the spinal cord?
Vertebral column
How many lumbar vertebrae are there in the small of the back?
5
Which region of the vertebral column has vertebrae that are larger and stronger than the cervical or thoracic vertebrae?
Thoracic region
What is the triangular structure at the base of the vertebral column called?
Sacrum
How many fused or unfused vertebrae typically make up the coccyx?
4
Where in the body are the thoracic vertebrae located?
In the chest area
Which part of the skeleton is responsible for enclosing and protecting the brain?
Cranium
Which bone forms the base of the cranium, the sides of the skull, and the floors and sides of the orbits?
Sphenoid bone
Which bone forms the bridge of the nose?
Nasal bone
What is the function of fontanels (soft spots) in newborns?
Allow bone movement during childbirth
Which bone helps form the upper jaw, hard palate, floor of the eye orbits, and sides of the nasal cavity?
Maxilla
What connects cranial bones together before they eventually close as bones grow?
Fibrous membranes
Learn about the important components of the axial skeleton system, including the cranium and facial bones. Discover how these bones contribute to protecting the brain, providing muscle attachments, and maintaining overall health.
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